Federal lawmakers have finalized a fiscal 2026 budget agreement that resolves prolonged uncertainty over federal education funding under a Republican-led Congress and Trump administration. The deal comes after extended negotiations, marking a shift in policy priorities as lawmakers balance education spending with broader fiscal goals. With the budget now approved, educators and advocacy groups are assessing how the new allocations will impact K-12 schools, higher education, and student aid programs. The outcome could signal lasting changes to federal support for education amid evolving political dynamics.
After more than a year of uncertainty over how a Republican-controlled Congress under President Donald Trump would change federal education funding, lawmakers on Tuesday approved a fiscal 2026 budget ...
